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Zelensky’s Offer to Save America: 150 Ukrainians to Battle the Flames


Leveraging his men’s expertise in firefighting, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky appears intent on positioning himself as a close ally of Washington.

With relations between the two countries clouded by uncertainty as President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office on the 20th of this month, Zelensky is striving to clear the air and establish a solid foundation.

On Sunday evening, Zelensky offered to send Ukrainian firefighters to California, USA, where wildfires are devastating the Los Angeles area.

He announced that he had instructed his interior minister to “prepare for the potential participation of our rescue workers in combating the fires in California.”

In a video posted on the “X” platform, he stated, “The situation there is very serious, and Ukrainians can help Americans save lives,” adding that this assistance “is being coordinated” and that “150 firefighters are already ready.”

The fires, which have claimed at least 24 lives in Los Angeles, continued to spread on Sunday and may intensify in the coming hours with the anticipated return of strong winds.

The city, besieged by flames since Tuesday, is still counting victims, with 24 fatalities reported as of Sunday evening, a toll that authorities warn could rise.

Washington is a key ally of Ukraine in its ongoing war with Russia since early 2022. However, President Trump has repeatedly vowed to end the war, fueling speculation that Kyiv may face pressure to accept a settlement unfavorable to its interests.

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